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A seldom-seen 19th century George Shiebler sterling silver sugar and creamer set, with elaborate spider figurines perched on top, may fetch $7,500 during the July 26-27 auction offered by Crescent City Auction Gallery. Read More +

A 48-inch landscape painting of Kansas, with a presale estimate of $60,000 to $90,000, may lead all lots in the Aug. 17-18 Auction in Santa Fe sale. A portion of the proceeds from the auction will benefit Bethany College. Read More +

Using Scott Antique Markets as a font for inspiration and research, new contributor Jessica Munday explores how culturally significant symbols gain immortality through their appearances on historic objects. Read More +

A Chinese famille rose baluster jar/cover painted with scrolling lotuses and foliage on a dark blue, yellow, turquoise and pink background, may see $4,000 during the two-day Interiors sale offered by Dreweatts & Bloomsbury. Read More +

It was a case of ‘saving the best for last’ during Nadeau Gallery’s spring auction, which saw a set of six 19th century Chinese porcelain famille rose panels finished at $57,600; making the grouping the top lot of the spring auction. Read More +

John Moran Auctioneers is bringing a truly eclectic selection of items to market June 17, in an auction featuring everything from uncommon pottery by a modern master to a ceremonial Native American rattle. Read More +